Correspondence

Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs: letters

Letters related to the establishment of the Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs.

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The appointment of the Chair and panellists of the Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs was announced on 9 December, alongside the publication of the draft terms of reference.

The correspondence published here for transparency covers:

  • Baroness Casey’s recommendation to the Prime Minister and Home Secretary
  • an exchange of letters between the Home Secretary and the inquiry panel
  • an exchange of letters between the Home Secretary and the leader of Oldham Council
  • an exchange of letters between the inquiry Chair and Baroness Casey

The final terms of reference and accompanying correspondence between the Home Secretary and Baroness Longfield were published on 31 March 2026.

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Published 10 December 2025
Last updated 31 March 2026 show all updates
  1. Updated to add link to final terms of reference and accompanying ministerial correspondence.

  2. First published.

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